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In some senses, stature is marked as obsolete. Watch for register when choosing this word.
ADJ
great, imposing | diminutive, short, slight, small
full
The famous actor rose to full stature as a leading man after his breakthrough film role.
physical
VERB + STATURE
have
lack
Many young athletes lack the stature needed to play professional basketball successfully.
PREP
of ~
The new coach has grown in stature since winning the championship last year.
PHRASES
a lack of stature
The company suffered from a lack of stature in the international market until it launched its new product line.
small in stature
The new gymnast was small in stature but incredibly strong and flexible.
ADJ
considerable, great, growing | full | public | international, world | political
VERB + STATURE
gain in, grow in, rise in
The young coach gained in stature after leading the team to their first championship.
achieve
After years of hard work, she finally achieved international stature as a respected scientist.
enhance
Winning the international award really enhanced her stature as a serious musician.
diminish
rise to
The young athlete rose to international stature after winning three Olympic medals.
STATURE + VERB
grow, increase, rise
Her reputation and stature grew significantly after she won the international award.
PREP
of ~
The new CEO was a leader of considerable stature in the business world.